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NBA Fines Mavericks’ Jason Kidd $35,000 for Profanity-Laced Criticism of Officiating

The penalty follows his outburst defending Cooper Flagg’s role after a late no-call in a loss to Houston.

DALLAS, TEXAS - JANUARY 28: Head coach Jason Kidd of the Dallas Mavericks watches play during the first quarter of the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at American Airlines Center on January 28, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd reacts against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at American Airlines Center
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Jan 31, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd reacts during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Overview

  • League officials announced the fine Monday after Kidd blasted the crew and used expletives during his postgame remarks in Houston.
  • Before leaving the podium, Kidd named Sean Wright, Simone Jelks and Jason Goldenberg and said a foul should have been called on Cooper Flagg’s drive with 25 seconds left.
  • Kidd later said he takes responsibility for the fine but stood by his comments as Dallas prepared to face Boston, according to ClutchPoints.
  • Flagg’s surge continued with 49 points versus Charlotte followed by 34 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists against Houston, giving him rare back-to-back 30-point double-doubles for a teenager.
  • The Mavericks have lost four straight to fall to 19–30 and 11th in the West, with injuries to Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis fueling debate over Flagg’s point-guard usage and heightening focus on the Feb. 5 trade deadline.